Meet the Critters – Saturday 9:30-11:30am; Meadow Farm Museum
For all ages. Join us for a special up close and personal look at our farm animals to find out if a turkey has ears, which animal is a rare breed, where wool comes from, and much more. Information: Anna Truong, 501-2130.Monster Drawing Rally – ($5) Saturday 2-7pm; 1708 Gallery, 319 W Broad St
Monster Drawing Rally is a performance, a happening, a bonanza, a rollicking good time of art making, kids activities, food and drinks! The event will consist of 5 one-hour shifts with several artists working simultaneously per hour. Audiences will have the rare opportunity to watch art come to life and purchase complete works on paper for $65 each from more than 70 artistsRichmond Multicultural Day – Saturday 2-8pm; Forest Hill Presbyterian Church, 4401 Forest Hill Ave
Richmond Multicultural Day invites everyone to enjoy the music, dance, crafts, cuisine and fashion from around the world, creating an exciting global journey. Performers from Virginia and Maryland will make this edition more vibrant and exciting as they represent five regions of the world, including the United States. Children will enjoy not only the music and dance, but also Ballons, Clowns, Face Painting, Moon Bouncer (Fun House) and food.Under the Stars Family Film Series: National Treasure: Book of Secrets – Saturday 8:30pm; Walkerton Tavern, 2892 Mountain Rd
For all ages. Grab your blanket and your family and come out to enjoy family flicks in the park. Experience the thrill of outdoor movies and fun! Concessions available for purchase. Through Henrico County Parks & Rec

Saturday, August 7, 2010

Nothing is bigger in a preschooler's life than their birthday —- now, one of their favorite friends is celebrating a birthday at Walmart! Children and adults are invited to the ultimate birthday party in-store. When Dora's friends arrive at Walmart they are invited to join the adventure at the Bright Ideas event station in Toys, where they will get party favors like cupcakes and a free photo print with Dora in her special birthday dress. Schedule this event on your calendar today and check out the Dora Birthday Doll Exclusive at Walmart.

Monday, August 2, 2010

When: First full weekend of August (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) each year. The 2010 holiday will take place on August 6-8, 2010. What's Exempt: During this three-day period, purchases of qualifying school supplies selling for $20 or less per item, and purchases of qualifying clothing and footwear selling for $100 or less per item will be exempt from sales tax. Retailers may also choose to absorb the tax on other items during the holiday period, but they are responsible for paying the tax on those items to the Department of Taxation.

National Night Out at Bensley Community Building, 2900 Drewry’s Bluff Road, Chesterfield, 6-8pm
Celebrate the fight against crime during this free regional event. Children’s activities, live music and representatives from law enforcement will attend. Open to the public. Free refreshments to the first 300 guests. 275-5321

Old-Fashioned Ice Cream SocialFor all ages. Come out and enjoy tunes by one of the area's most entertaining bands. Treat your taste buds to Bruster's delicious ice cream and try out some old-fashioned games while listening to some toe-tapping sounds. Great fun for the whole family. Information: Rachel Leyco, 501-5134.